Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 vs John Deere R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 and the John Deere R deliver the same power: 43 HP.
- The Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 is the more recent model: production started in 1951, versus 1949 for the John Deere R.
- The John Deere R is heavier: 3448 kg versus 2674 kg for the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21.
Full specs comparison
| Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 | John Deere R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 43 HP | 43 HP |
| Production years | 1951–1952 | 1949–1954 |
| Fuel | Diesel | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 5.3 L | 6.8 L |
| Weight | 2 674 kg | 3 448 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 205 cm | 217 cm |
| Length | 325 cm | 373 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 or the John Deere R?
The Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 and the John Deere R deliver the same power: 43 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 or the John Deere R?
The Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 is the more recent model: production started in 1951, versus 1949 for the John Deere R.
Which is heavier, the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 or the John Deere R?
The John Deere R is heavier: 3448 kg versus 2674 kg for the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21.

